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postwar-plagues
References to mysterious postwar diseases and physical deformities suggest ongoing biological consequences of the Doomwar affecting survivors.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Postman (1985)David Brin
Chapter 51
In this chapter, Gordon and Johnny arrive at a pre-Doom ranger station now controlled by the American Liberation Army, led by Colonel Bezoar and Brigadier General Macklin. They confront the reality of competing factions claiming legitimacy over post-Doom America, with Bezoar openly admitting to seizing mail from the Restored United States and promoting the Holnist ideology. The chapter explores the ideological conflict between survivalist militias and the Restored U.S. government, highlighting the tensions and mistrust that complicate efforts at national rebuilding.